I don't disagree with BlackBerry being mentioned. It is what it is. At this point, we really don't know what the future holds for BlackBerry. That is the same reason my kids don't have a Wii U right now. I don't want to buy them a video game console that may not have a future, so why would I or anyone else want to buy a loved one a smartphone that might also not have a future? As far as gifts for someone else goes, a BlackBerry would be a bad choice in most cases.

That's what happenens when there is sooo much uncertainty surrounding a company and brand.

I'm not disputing that, but if you're making a purchase recommendation (or an anti-recommendation as in this case) of a device in which ongoing support is expected, the question of BBRY's long-term viability is an issue. That long-term viability remains an open question.

I think we all know the C-net is a huge Apple supporter so it doesn't surprise me. I left reading anything on C-net for a while now due to their huge bias toward Apple. So does this surprise me (especially including the lies that Donald Duck stated about BB) not really...

BlackBerry is still behind in sales, but so was windows phone 7 when it first launched. I am not a die hard BlackBerry fan, but I have to say that was a bit drastic. The BlackBerry new OS is relatively new in the market and it still needs time to mature.

Currently I have a Q10 which am happy about (just got it a month ago), however I still carry my android phone with me. But am loving the BlackBerry

I agree. I'm a Giants fan, one of my best friends is a Dallas fan..... Oh the trash talk I've had to endure this year. Hopefully my Giants get up one on those godless 'Boy's today, 'Boys are playing Nawlins and Big Blue's playing Oakland.